The Mechanical Engineer will be accountable to supervise a team of maintenance technicians and support staff to fulfill the day to day mechanical maintenance activities at the power and desalination plant.  In addition to supporting the management of the major outages of the plant through the provision of a gas turbine long-term service agreement, ensuring that the plant meets Safety, Environmental, availability, reliability, efficiency, and budgetary targets.

Functions/ Task:             

Safety at Work

• Ensures the compliance of IMS. Ensure a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues and contractors while working on any equipment
• Obtains a Permit to Work for each job as necessitated by the safety and associated Procedures
• Ensures all  Method Statements Work Instruction and Procedures are followed by himself and Contractors while undertaking any work
• Ensures that all appropriate tools are available to ensure work can be carried out safely on equipment
• Supervises Mechanical Technicians and Contractors to ensure Safety Rules and HSE procedures are followed
• Reports any unsafe conditions in accordance with procedure

Maintenance Task Planning and Execution

• Ensures maintenance tasks are completed by the Technicians as per Work Orders generated in CMMS
• Ensures work done notes on maintenance carried out is documented in CMMS
• Produce reports as necessary on any maintenance activity
• Plans for and ensures that maintenance of all mechanical equipment is in accordance with OEM manuals and best practices for the equipment
• Along with the Lead Engineer, ensures mechanical maintenance planning is correctly scheduled so that all equipment is maintained as per recommended intervals
• Reviews Mechanical Maintenance Procedures and suggests where they can be improved

Equipment Failure Trouble Shooting and Repair

• Supports the 24-hour operation by being regularly available for call-out at short notice
• Attempts all possible means of reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high plant availability
• Performs trouble shooting activities as necessary to determine failure conditions and rectifies defects found;
• Records and reports to the Lead Engineer all rectification jobs undertaken
• Generates reports of equipment failures
• Performs Root Cause Analysis of Failures
• Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with mechanical equipment.

Reporting and Planning and Budgeting

• Discusses planned and unplanned jobs undertaken with the Lead Engineer
• Works with the Lead Engineer for outage planning and execution
• Assists the Lead Engineer in planning and budget preparation processes.

Spares, Consumables and Use of Tools and Equipment

• Ensures adequate inventories of spares and consumables are maintained
• Places requisitions for purchase of required spares and consumables
• Ensures necessary tools and equipment is available to all Technicians
• Ensures appropriate certification of all tools is done on a routine basis
• Ensures all tools and equipment are appropriately maintained and are in good working condition

Provision of technical advice:

• Delivers technical advice to colleagues and Contractors to ensure safety and the proper execution of Plant Maintenance Practices
• Applies engineering knowledge and skills to review and update task lists for equipment. 
• Implements initiatives to address inconsistencies in CMMS scheduling, practices and documentation.

Staff Development:

• Coaches Mechanical Technicians on a range of mechanical equipment, Safe Work Procedures and Operational Techniques to ensure proper execution of Plant Routines
• Prepares and delivers Technical Training, including modules on GT & ST, alignment techniques, valves, pump repairs, compressors, dryers, HRSG component inspections and BOP plant equipment.

Frame works, Boundaries, & Decision Making Authority:

• The jobholder operates under the general guidance of the Lead Engineer on all routine issues related to plant operations and team management
• The jobholder is free to plan and manage own areas of activity within policy/procedural boundary limits Any extraordinary issues arising outside of set policies and procedures are referred to the Engineering Manager/Lead Engineer for discussion and approval of recommended actions

Accountable for Outcomes:

Continuous on-the-job application of safety rules and HSE procedure

Frequency of Safety Incidents and near misses. 

Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)

No HSE compliance breaches.

Closed out Work Orders

Efficiency at work

Quality of Work

Quality of reports

Efficiency troubleshooting

RCA and follow-up action

Accuracy of outage planning

Accuracy of forecast budget

Downtime due to unavailability of necessary spares and consumables

Condition and quantity of available tool and equipment

Quality and accuracy of documentation
Skill of Technicians and quality of work
Staff feedback

Technical Support (TS) provides engineering and technical support to Operation and Maintenance team at the Marafiq IWPP.

The main activities are the Engineering and Data Management in close coordination with Power Operations, Desalination and Maintenance departments.

Key tasks involve:

• Supports the process for ensuring that all of the power plant assets within the Marafiq are compliant with engineering policies and all relevant statutory obligations associated with asset.
• Monitoring and evaluating various relevant parameters to provide accurate information and provide analysis of the performance of the different process in the plant.
• Preparation and submission of daily, weekly, monthly and any other report required by the business.
• Assists in the implementation of this process on a cost effective and timely basis in conjunction with all other maintenance and overhaul activities.
• Supports the management of engineering changes on plant systems, to ensure that they are executed in accordance with relevant Marafiq procedures.
• Identify and manage asset reliability risks that could adversely affect plant or business operations.
• Lead the development and implementation of specific engineering work packages in support of these strategies as stand-alone activities or within the overall scope of major projects/overhauls.

Functions/ Task:             

Safety at Work

• Ensures the compliance of IMS. Ensure a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues and contractors while working on any equipment
• Ensures all  Method Statements Work Instruction and Procedures are followed by himself and Contractors while undertaking any work
• Reports any unsafe conditions in accordance with procedure
• Provide technical support for the change control process
• Carry out audits of compliance of all stakeholders within the Marafiq Team with relevant procedures for systems and implement corrective or improvement measures

Dimensions

• Track the production losses and abnormally high maintenance cost assets.
• Find ways to reduce those losses or high costs.
• In full partnership with the operations and maintenance teams develop plans to eliminate or reduce the     losses using good engineering practices and or RCA techniques.
• Provides technical support to operations, maintenance management and technical personnel.
• Has direct responsibility for managing overhauls and projects.
• Has responsibility for managing project expenditure.
• Delegated responsibility for the development of asset management strategies for all plant assets within Marafiq to deliver the required performance at minimum through life cost 
• Indirect responsibility for variable levels of support from other department and external resources

Key success factors:

• Implementation of all physical activities with zero HSE events
• All projects completed within agreed budgets and programs
• Implementation strategies that integrate with major overhauls and maintenance activities with minimal additional disruption
• Effective and productive use of resources to meet the needs of Operation and Maintenance teams

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Accountable for Outcomes:
 

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the assigned tasks to deliver its required objectives and effectively support other Operation and Maintenance team activities as required.
• To continually liaise with the Engineering, Operations and Maintenance Managers and other relevant stakeholders within the Operations and Maintenance teams to maintain an overview of the work scope items required to be implemented via overhaul and major project events over a broad time horizon.
• Guides efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls and safety/security systems.
• Lead the development and maintenance of an integrated planning process for Marafiq, which will effectively deliver these requirements, with the optimum balance of costs from plant downtime, resources and materials.
• To implement the strategies for asset integrity and statutory compliance of plant systems on a cost effective and timely basis. This will involve close co-ordination with other members of the Engineering, Operations and Maintenance teams to meet objectives via the efficient use of cross team resources
• Support the development and implementation of appropriate change control processes. Ensure that all changes proposed for plant systems are reviewed and confirmed as consistent with the requirements of asset integrity, statutory compliance, and functionality prior to implementation, and that all appropriate documentation, including revisions to plant data, is produced, disseminated and stored appropriately.
• Lead the detailed planning and co-ordination of each overhaul/major project event, including work packages being developed and implemented by other stakeholders within the O&M Team. Ensure that all resources (internal and external) and materials will be available as required. Manage the implementation of all activities, and ensure agreed HSE, quality, budgetary, program and resource productivity objectives are met.
• Take overall responsibility for the management of HSE (with the sole exception of safety from the system) through all stages of planning, co-ordination, and execution of activities. Co-ordinate HSE activities of other stakeholders and provide expert advice and support as necessary. Develop and implement appropriate and documented HSE management systems to ensure compliance with all statutory obligations, delivery of the required standards and continuous improvement. This shall include an effective internal audit regime to ensure compliance with objectives.
• Support relationship management with key component and overhaul service suppliers. Develop appropriate long term contract strategies to deliver the optimum balance of initial cost, technical risk and commercial liabilities. Ensure that all contracts are implemented in due time to support program objectives for the delivery of key parts (new or refurbished) and services.
• Provides technical support to operations, maintenance management and technical personnel

Job Context/Environment:

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the post holder has delegated responsibility for planning and implementing all major project works undertaken by the Marafiq team and achieving the required HSE, technical, budgetary and program objectives.

The post holder will have a key role in the management of health and safety, and will need to take a proactive approach to developing appropriate management methods and promoting a positive HSE culture both within the Engineering team and other departments.

Proactive input to the planning processes for engineering, maintenance and operational activities by the post holder will be required in order to achieve the asset integrity objectives with minimum disruption to availability and with efficient use of internal and external resources. 

Working Relationships

The post holder will have working relationships at various levels both with internal and external personnel. Key internal relationships will include: the Operation and Maintenance Managers, the General Manager and all members of the Engineering Team.

Technical Support (TS) provides engineering and technical support to Operation and Maintenance team at the Marafiq IWPP.

The main activities are the Engineering and Data Management in close coordination with Power Operations, Desalination and Maintenance departments.

Key tasks involve:

• Supports the process for ensuring that all of the power plant assets within the Marafiq are compliant with engineering policies and all relevant statutory obligations associated with asset.
• Monitoring and evaluating various relevant parameters to provide accurate information and provide analysis of the performance of the different process in the plant.
• Preparation and submission of daily, weekly, monthly and any other report required by the business.
• Assists in the implementation of this process on a cost effective and timely basis in conjunction with all other maintenance and overhaul activities.
• Supports the management of engineering changes on plant systems, to ensure that they are executed in accordance with relevant Marafiq procedures.
• Identify and manage asset reliability risks that could adversely affect plant or business operations.
• Lead the development and implementation of specific engineering work packages in support of these strategies as stand-alone activities or within the overall scope of major projects/overhauls.

Functions/ Task:             

Safety at Work

• Ensures the compliance of IMS. Ensure a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues and contractors while working on any equipment
• Ensures all  Method Statements Work Instruction and Procedures are followed by himself and Contractors while undertaking any work
• Reports any unsafe conditions in accordance with procedure
• Provide technical support for the change control process
• Carry out audits of compliance of all stakeholders within the Marafiq Team with relevant procedures for systems and implement corrective or improvement measures

Dimensions

• Track the production losses and abnormally high maintenance cost assets.
• Find ways to reduce those losses or high costs.
• In full partnership with the operations and maintenance teams develop plans to eliminate or reduce the     losses using good engineering practices and or RCA techniques.
• Provides technical support to operations, maintenance management and technical personnel.
• Has direct responsibility for managing overhauls and projects.
• Has responsibility for managing project expenditure.
• Delegated responsibility for the development of asset management strategies for all plant assets within Marafiq to deliver the required performance at minimum through life cost 
• Indirect responsibility for variable levels of support from other department and external resources

Key success factors:

• Implementation of all physical activities with zero HSE events
• All projects completed within agreed budgets and programs
• Implementation strategies that integrate with major overhauls and maintenance activities with minimal additional disruption
• Effective and productive use of resources to meet the needs of Operation and Maintenance teams

Knowledge, skills and experience:

Accountable for Outcomes:
 

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the assigned tasks to deliver its required objectives and effectively support other Operation and Maintenance team activities as required.
• To continually liaise with the Engineering, Operations and Maintenance Managers and other relevant stakeholders within the Operations and Maintenance teams to maintain an overview of the work scope items required to be implemented via overhaul and major project events over a broad time horizon.
• Guides efforts to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls and safety/security systems.
• Lead the development and maintenance of an integrated planning process for Marafiq, which will effectively deliver these requirements, with the optimum balance of costs from plant downtime, resources and materials.
• To implement the strategies for asset integrity and statutory compliance of plant systems on a cost effective and timely basis. This will involve close co-ordination with other members of the Engineering, Operations and Maintenance teams to meet objectives via the efficient use of cross team resources
• Support the development and implementation of appropriate change control processes. Ensure that all changes proposed for plant systems are reviewed and confirmed as consistent with the requirements of asset integrity, statutory compliance, and functionality prior to implementation, and that all appropriate documentation, including revisions to plant data, is produced, disseminated and stored appropriately.
• Lead the detailed planning and co-ordination of each overhaul/major project event, including work packages being developed and implemented by other stakeholders within the O&M Team. Ensure that all resources (internal and external) and materials will be available as required. Manage the implementation of all activities, and ensure agreed HSE, quality, budgetary, program and resource productivity objectives are met.
• Take overall responsibility for the management of HSE (with the sole exception of safety from the system) through all stages of planning, co-ordination, and execution of activities. Co-ordinate HSE activities of other stakeholders and provide expert advice and support as necessary. Develop and implement appropriate and documented HSE management systems to ensure compliance with all statutory obligations, delivery of the required standards and continuous improvement. This shall include an effective internal audit regime to ensure compliance with objectives.
• Support relationship management with key component and overhaul service suppliers. Develop appropriate long term contract strategies to deliver the optimum balance of initial cost, technical risk and commercial liabilities. Ensure that all contracts are implemented in due time to support program objectives for the delivery of key parts (new or refurbished) and services.
• Provides technical support to operations, maintenance management and technical personnel

Job Context/Environment:

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the post holder has delegated responsibility for planning and implementing all major project works undertaken by the Marafiq team and achieving the required HSE, technical, budgetary and program objectives.

The post holder will have a key role in the management of health and safety, and will need to take a proactive approach to developing appropriate management methods and promoting a positive HSE culture both within the Engineering team and other departments.

Proactive input to the planning processes for engineering, maintenance and operational activities by the post holder will be required in order to achieve the asset integrity objectives with minimum disruption to availability and with efficient use of internal and external resources. 

Working Relationships

The post holder will have working relationships at various levels both with internal and external personnel. Key internal relationships will include: the Operation and Maintenance Managers, the General Manager and all members of the Engineering Team.

Job responsibility

Safety at Work

• Ensures a safe working environment for himself, his colleagues and contractors while working on any equipment

• Ensures that there is a Permit to Work for each job as necessitated by the safety rules and associated Procedures.
• Ensures all Method Statements Work Instruction and Procedures are followed by himself and Contractors while undertaking any work.
• Ensures that all appropriate tools are available to ensure work can be carried out safely on equipment on all jobs at the plant.
• Points out any unsafe conditions to the I&C Lead Engineer or Shift Team Leader.

Maintenance Task Planning and Execution

• Completes all Work Orders generated in SAP as directed by the I&C Lead Engineer.
• Generates reports as necessary for the maintenance work done.
• Ensures that maintenance of all I&C equipment is in accordance with OEM Manuals and best practices for the equipment.
• Reviews I&C Maintenance Procedures and suggests improvements.
• Works to full potential and high quality of work.

Equipment Failure Trouble Shooting and Repair

• Supports the 24-hour operation by being regularly available for call-out at short notice.
• Attempts all possible means of reducing equipment downtime and ensuring high Plant availability
• Performs troubleshooting activities as necessary along with the I&C Lead Engineer and colleagues to determine failure conditions and rectifies the defects found
• Records and reports to the I&C Lead Engineer all rectification jobs undertaken.
• Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with I&C equipment under the guidance of the C&I Lead Engineer.

Reporting and Planning

• Discussed planned and unplanned jobs undertaken with the I&C Lead Engineer.
• Assists the I&C Engineer in planning daily jobs.

Use of Tools and Equipment

• Ensures appropriate tools and equipment are available at work sites and used while performing any job.
• Ensures that tools are in a safe and in good working order before use.
• Reports loss of tools or damage to any tools to the I&C Lead Engineer;
• Informes the I&C Lead Engineer of any requirements for tools.

Technical

• Good I&C engineering foundation and practical knowledge of how it applies to modern power plant and desalination plant processes.
• Practical experience of maintaining a wide range of I&C equipment gained through hands on experience and formal training
• Capable to ensure a safe working environment for himself and his colleagues while working on any equipment.
• Assume ownership of plant I&C equipment and strives to keep them in the best possible condition.
• Ability to carry out maintenance activities on a range of major engineering components and systems in accordance with OEM Manuals for the equipment.
• Organizing spares, tools and equipment to carry out maintenance activities.

• Performs troubleshooting activities as necessary to determine failure conditions and rectifies the defects found.
• Works with Plant Operations Personnel for resolving problems encountered with I&C equipment under the guidance of the I&C Lead Engineer.
• Be an active part of the maintenance team and help it to meet appropriate people and plant related performance measures
• Ability to carry out duties with minimum supervision
• Ability to work within a multi-cultural environment and with multi-disciplinary staff
• Practical knowledge of the isolation of plant.
• Knowledge of international health & safety working practices
• Computer literacy
• Good command of English Language 

Behavioral

• Good understanding of cultural differences that exist and ability to manage.
• Ability to be a strong team player
• Ability to be able to think clearly and respond calmly in emergency situations;
• Ability to maintain high levels of focused drive and energy, setting personally challenging goals.
• Good organizational skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Exceptional analytical and problem solving abilities
• Ability to work and interact with departments throughout the organization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• To work with integrity and a friendly approach.
• Able to protect company confidentiality.

Essential Educational Qualifications

Engineering degree

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• The Project Site Manager shall be experienced in Combined Cycle Gas Turbine and Thermal Power Plants, in overseeing and supervising the EPC Contractor’s project execution. He shall be experienced in Construction Supervision, testing and commissioning, materials procurement review, factory Inspection and other related fields to assure that the Project’s Lump sum Turnkey (LSTK) Contractor complies with the contractual requirements of the execution of the Project.
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Bachelor degree holder in Mechanical Engineering (approved by Saudi Council of Engineers) with minimum twenty (20) years of experience in multi-national & multi-discipline Projects

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• The Project Site Manager (Site) shall work full time for this Project and shall not be involved in any other Project or Work Assignment. He should have a minimum of twenty [20] years of experience in managing large Combined Cycle and Thermal Power Projects and his age should not be more than 55 years. He shall possess strong leadership qualities and good communication skills.
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Job Title: Project Planning Engineer

Location: Jeddah

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Planning Engineer to join our team. The Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing project plans and schedules, ensuring that all project activities are executed efficiently and in accordance with project objectives and timelines. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in project planning, a solid understanding of project management principles, and a proven track record of successful project coordination and execution.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, work breakdown structures, and project schedules using industry-standard planning software and tools, ensuring that all project activities are accurately documented and aligned with project objectives and deliverables.

2. Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to define project goals, milestones, and resource requirements, and create detailed project plans that facilitate effective project execution and coordination.

3. Monitor project progress and performance, tracking key performance indicators and project milestones to identify any deviations, risks, or potential delays, and provide recommendations for mitigation strategies and corrective actions.

4. Conduct regular project reviews and assessments, addressing any plan changes, deviations, or modifications, and providing guidance and support to project teams to ensure that projects are executed in accordance with established plans and schedules.

5. Analyze project data and performance metrics, and prepare regular reports and updates for project stakeholders, highlighting project achievements, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.

6. Participate in the development and implementation of project planning methodologies and best practices, and contribute to the enhancement of planning processes and tools for improved project efficiency and performance.

7. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure that project plans are aligned with project requirements, stakeholder expectations, and industry standards, and that all project activities adhere to established timelines and budgets.

8. Provide training and guidance to project teams on project planning protocols, tools, and best practices, and ensure that all team members are equipped with the necessary resources and information for successful project execution.

Qualifications and Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certification is preferred.

2. Proven work experience of at least 10 years in project planning, with a strong focus on developing and managing project plans in the [specific industry] sector.

3. Proficiency in project planning software and tools, such as Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar planning platforms.

4. In-depth knowledge of project management principles, methodologies, and best practices, with a solid understanding of project planning techniques and strategies.

5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project data and provide effective solutions for project planning challenges and optimizations.

6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders.

7. Experience in the fields of "scheduling and planning" in well-known consulting companies / construction contracting.

8. Competence and skill in scheduling on Primavera programs (P3, P6) for project planning - the latest version, Informatics and graphic visual presentations of data (Infographics).

9. Candidate who is fluent in Arabic and English is preferred.